Biography

Ken Calvert, born on June 8, 1953, in Corona, California, is a lifelong resident of Riverside County. Before entering politics, he owned and operated small businesses in the restaurant and real estate sectors for 17 years. Calvert has been actively involved in local community organizations, including the Corona Chamber of Commerce, the Corona Rotary, and the Corona-Norco Family YMCA.

Education

• Chaffey College: Associate of Arts degree, 1973
• San Diego State University: Bachelor of Arts in Economics, 1975

Political Experience

• U.S. House of Representatives: Elected in 1992, representing California's 41st Congressional District, which includes cities such as Corona, Norco, Lake Elsinore, and Palm Springs.
• Committee Assignments:
  • Chairman of the Defense Appropriations Subcommittee
  • Member of the Energy and Water Appropriations Subcommittee
• Legislative Achievements:
  • Authored the E-Verify law, an employment verification program for checking work authorization status.
  • Introduced the NASA Authorization Act of 2005, providing direction for space exploration and emphasizing NASA's earth and space science missions.
  • Secured federal funding for various local projects, including infrastructure improvements and public safety initiatives.

Calvert's tenure in Congress reflects a commitment to national defense, space exploration, and local community development.